From Ground: Start by watering the sugar Pine plant a day before the transplanting to minimize shock. Then, using a shovel, gently dig around the plant in a circle wide enough to contain the whole root system, aiming to keep it intact. Pry up the root ball carefully, maintaining as much of the original soil as possible. If the roots seem too spread out, use a sharp knife to prune them. Try to lift the plant by the root ball, not the trunk, to its new planting location.
From Pot: Begin by watering the plant thoroughly, allowing the water to absorb into the soil. Turn the pot upside down while gently holding onto the base of the sugar Pine and tap the bottom of the pot to release the plant. If the plant is too attached, you may need to use a garden knife to loosen the soil and carefully separate the plant from its container.
From Seedling Tray: Ensure that the sugar Pine has grown enough to be safely transplanted. Use a spoon or small tool to gently remove the seedling from the tray without disrupting the root system. Hold the plant by a leaf to avoid damage to the stem.
